Assistant Ecologist

Assistant Ecologist - Central Belt, Scotland (Hybrid Working)

Location: Central Belt, Scotland (Hybrid - home, office and site-based work)
Pay Rate: £33,000 to 35,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time
Driving Licence: Essential

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Ecologist to join our growing team in Scotland's Central Belt. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their ecology career while working on a diverse range of projects across infrastructure, development and environmental sectors.

The successful candidate will support ecological surveys, reporting, mitigation projects and environmental assessments, working alongside experienced ecologists while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with a variety of ecological field surveys, including habitat and protected species surveys.
• Support ecological impact assessments (EcIA) and mitigation projects.
• Conduct desk studies, data collection and ecological research.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, survey findings and ecological appraisals.
• Use GIS/QGIS software to map habitats and ecological constraints.
• Support data management, analysis and accurate record keeping.
• Assist with ecological clerk of works (ECoW) duties and species mitigation where required.
• Liaise professionally with clients, contractors, landowners and project teams.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, to a high standard and within project deadlines.
• Participate in occasional early morning, evening or weekend surveys during peak survey seasons.

Essential Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across Scotland.
• Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.
• Protected species survey experience and/or licences.
• Previous experience undertaking ecological field surveys.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience using GIS/QGIS software.

• Membership of CIEEM, or a willingness to work towards membership.

• CSCS card.
• Habitat identification and botanical survey skills.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to gain experience across a wide variety of ecological projects
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.